Toxicity | Non-toxic. |
Control | Drawdown of water levels, mechanical harvestors, biological and aquatic herbicide. Contact your County Weed District or local Applicator for more information. |
Habitat | Springs, lakes, ponds, marshes, ditches and rivers. |
Root | Extensive root system. |
Leaf Shape | Small, lance-shaped with pointed tips. |
Lifespan | Perennial; two years or longer. |
Priority 3 Weed | Not a noxious weed, but a regulated plant; potential for significant negative economic and ecological impacts. |
Similar Looking Plants | Brazilian waterweed and Elodea. |
Important Information | Mainly reproduces and spreads by fragments; roots dormant and viable in the soil for up to eight years. |